Cash, as in fiat bills, are not something I think will have much value after an "event". Gold and silver will keep their value, but trade using them as currency will not work until society is trying to rebuild, NOT during the crisis nor for some time after it is over. I expect to hold Gold and Silver coin until people are willing to use it for currency.

Barter should be useful much sooner after a crisis event. Of course I expect to have to defend whatever I have in stock against those who either have nothing to trade or who intend to take whatever they can find... Look at the "protection" gangs operating in Venezuela...

Prepping is a necessary mindset, particularly Before we reach a crisis...
PS: Just say No to social media.

How about you get a reservation for the FEMA tent with the hot tub? It's right next to the water concession stand and the Red Cross food dispensary. That will draw the crowds away and I hear the "Safe Zone" area has been moved away from the sleeping tents because of the noise abatement lawsuit. FEMA aims to please. They want to keep their Four Star rating in the Forbes Travel Guide.

Prepping is a necessary mindset, particularly Before we reach a crisis...
PS: Just say No to social media.